Drunk Driving: Travels Bus Driver Caught While Carrying 35 Passengers in NTR District
Ibrahimpatnam, NTR District: A travels bus driver was reportedly caught driving under the influence during a drunk-and-drive inspection at Ibrahimpatnam Ring Centre in Andhra Pradesh’s NTR district.
Traffic police conducted drunk-driving tests at the busy junction as part of their road safety checks. During the inspection, the driver of a Gupta Travels bus was reportedly found to have consumed alcohol.
The bus was carrying around 35 passengers at the time of the inspection. According to the information available, the bus was travelling from Vijayawada to Jagdalpur.
The incident has raised concerns over passenger safety. Driving a passenger bus after consuming alcohol can put dozens of lives at risk.
The case also highlights the importance of strict checks on drivers operating private passenger buses. Regular inspections can help prevent accidents caused by impaired driving.
Gupta Travels operates bus services on routes connecting Vijayawada and Jagdalpur. Online bus listings also show services on this route.
Authorities are expected to take appropriate action against the driver based on the outcome of the drunk-driving test and applicable rules.
The incident comes amid concerns over road safety involving private travel buses. Passenger safety remains a key issue, particularly on long-distance routes.
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